How to Uninstall Application Software from a Mac Computer

This practical guide explains how to uninstall application software from a mac computer with clear steps and useful context. It also covers common requirements, potential problems, and the details that can help you get better results.

How to uninstall application software from a Mac computer

Uninstall Application Software Installed from CD-ROM, USB or Downloaded from the Internet on macOS

Uninstall application software installed from CD-ROM, USB or downloaded from the Internet on macOS

1. Click the Finder icon on the Dock
2. Select Applications in the Finder window
3. Press and hold the left mouse button on the application you want to remove
4. Drag and drop apps to the trash can icon - Trash Can is on the Dock
5. Enter the password in the dialog box to confirm the removal of the application

Enter the password in the dialog box to confirm the removal of the application

The application software will be removed from your Mac computer. However, it is still in the trash, you can empty it by right-clicking on the trash can icon - Trash Can is located on the Dock and then clicking Empty Trash .

Empty Trash. - Empty Trash

There are some applications that cannot be removed in the above way. To completely uninstall an app like this, you need to locate and delete the app's library files.

Uninstall Application Software Installed from App Store App Store

Uninstall application software installed from App Store app store

1. Click the Launchpad icon on the Dock
2. Press and hold the left mouse button on the icon of the application you want to remove until it vibrates, then release the mouse button.
3. Click on the X in the upper left corner of the application
4. Click the Delete button to remove the application

The application will be completely removed from your Mac computer without going to the trash - Trash Can.

Conclusion

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